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32325 reasons why Juhu Beach is Mumbai’s Splendid Sighthttp://www.fortunatevoyage.com/5-reasons-why-juhu-beach-is-mumbais-splendid-sight/
http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/5-reasons-why-juhu-beach-is-mumbais-splendid-sight/#respondWed, 20 Mar 2019 13:46:34 +0000http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/?p=1517“there’s nothing more beautiful than the way the ocean refuses to stop kissing the shoreline, no matter how many times it’s send away” - Anonymous “Juhu beach is a place where you will find both whimpering sand and statues made of sand immersed in water. Juhu beach is where you will see the joyful laughter… Read more

]]>“there’s nothing more beautiful than the way the ocean refuses to stop kissing the shoreline, no matter how many times it’s send away”- Anonymous

“Juhu beach is a place where you will find both whimpering sand and statues made of sand immersed in water. Juhu beach is where you will see the joyful laughter of a kid and the slim melody from the conchs of Iskcon followers.”

Mumbai is a city surrounded by rich beaches and rivers. One cannot ignore the fact that these beaches are the center of attraction that makes this “Glowing City” spectacular. Today we will take a glimpse at one such beach “Juhu Beach”. Juhu beach has a coast length of six km spread up to Versova (beach).

After Marine Lines and Churchgate, Juhu Beach is the most sought out place in Mumbai for Family, Friends, Lovers, and most importantly Hawkers.

If you feel all time low or drastically happy, If you like low-tide or high-tide this is the right hotspot for you.

Juhu beach in its own right is a splendid sight, and we will see what adds to its charm and why Mumbaikars have a fondness for this beach.

Here are my top 5 reasons why Juhu Beach is Mumbai’s Splendid Sight :

People don’t just come here for splashing water on one another or to just view the sea-face, they are also attracted to this place for an abundance of street food corners/stalls throughout the beach. Pav Bhaji, Masala Dosa, VadaPav, Gola, Falooda name the food and you will have them all.

2) Avenue for morning meditation and sports.

Are you a morning bird? Do you love practising meditation early morning? Are you a football/handball enthusiast? If yes, then Juhu beach is the right place for you. Many sports starts actually visit Juhu Beach every morning for their fitness routine. You can also go see a play at Prithvi Cafe

3) Eye-Catching Sea face.

Staring at the impressive sea-face of Juhu beach can be a pleasure for both your heart and mind. A mere look at these sea-waves will take you back to the days of your school and college, helping soothe your soul, reminding happy days of your life, making you realize how fortunate you are to have the things many people don’t.

If you are a shopping geek who’s in constant search of new shops and malls to window shop or just a casual bystander, its worth noting that Juhu beach bridges two prime shopping hubs in Mumbai i.e Andheri and Vileparle.

Remember if you are at Juhu Beach and you are planning to buy some cool stuff, you are only a few miles away from Andheri and Vileparle.

5) Iskcon Temple

When you are done with touring Juhu beach (which never ends), the last place you can visit is ISKCON, a temple situated a mile away from the main bus depot. Lord Krishna is the primary deity at ISKCON temple.

The temple premise itself is a spectacle and no words can describe the peace and tranquillity, the sound “Govinda-Govinda” provides to those who visit there. Try not to miss the vegetarian meal at Govinda, ISKCON’s famous in-house restaurant.

]]>http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/5-reasons-why-juhu-beach-is-mumbais-splendid-sight/feed/0Six Life Hacks for “Nice people”http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/six-life-hacks-nice-people/
http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/six-life-hacks-nice-people/#respondMon, 11 Mar 2019 15:42:22 +0000http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/?p=1510“Good guys in movies, stories and tales end up as winners” However, do they really win in actual life situations? The answer is a straight forward No. Good guys that are represented in any Entertainment Media are meant to win in any situation. In reality its the subvert, Good people face failure at everything the world… Read more

However, do they really win in actual life situations? The answer is a straight forward No. Good guys that are represented in any Entertainment Media are meant to win in any situation.

In reality its the subvert, Good people face failure at everything the world throws at them. Let me make this clear, there is no such thing as good or bad.

The way we perceive others casts into “Good & Bad” and vice versa. Extreme of something is not good for anyone. Different people have a different way of processing situations, It is a game of “our lookout”.

Here are six hacks which will help you successfully avoid being used by others for their selfish reasons.

Hack No.1: You need not a hero every time.

Nice people have the habit to help every people they find in trouble. Perhaps they have this set programming in them which commands them to “Be the hero to all needy kids”.

This turns out to be their losing point, as people misuse them till they start to feel like “I am no, Hero”. Actually, it’s not their fault, it just happens to be their upbringing and their values that lead them to behave in a “Nice fashion” with anyone and everyone.

I am not against this habit, all I want you is to act like a “Hero” or a “Savior” in certain circumstances where you internally feel the need to be a one. But “NOT ALL TIME”.

Hack No.2: Learn to Say “No”

The “Hypocrisy of being a Nice Guy”, is people will pull you into the bad person category if you say “No” to even one of their favors.

You don’t owe anyone anything, which means you have the right to say “No”. People will take you for granted once they know you do their work without even a slight of disapproval.

Successful individuals have made it a rule to stay busy, stay focused & put their hands down when people come to their doorsteps. This doesn’t mean you stop people seeking help from you.

Hack No.3: Be Partially Selfish

There will always be a difference between selfish & “partially being selfish”. Unfortunately, its rarely a thing as Partially selfish for “nice people” as the only job they do most times is to be selfless.

It’s ironic how emphatic people keep others priorities before their own. They have this sense of incompleteness when they miss an opportunity to serve someone in need.

We tend to forget our own pain for the sake of others. Empathy is the foundation of humanity, but like I said more of something is not good!

Keep in pace your life with that of others, but always leverage your priorities. “Be Partially Selfish”

Hack No.4: Develop a “Leader Attitude”

I am still figuring out how leaders are created. So far I have gained a very useful insight on how a “Good Guy” can be lead without trailing in their own life.

There’s no rocket science, “Just follow your senses” When it comes to critical decision making listen to everyone’s advice, take your time to think, in the end, do what you know will work.

Hack No.5: Do not fall into “The Trap”

Never regret being a good person, to the wrong people. Your behavior says everything about you, and their behavior says enough about them.“The trap” is a mental maze where good people get stuck in. It’s a mind trick where they make you do any work they want.

They use your weak spots to their best. These weak spots are associated with your passions, your fear, and your behavior. Try to not to get indulged into one”

Final Hack 6: Be the “Bad Guy”

All the points, in the end, sum up to one final stage of transformation a “Nice Guy” must go through. Its called the “Bad Guy Trait”. Bad guys trait states “Be Nice as well the hardest”

Ones who come to you for their petty needs must first crack you hard nature in order to get your help. Hard nature basically means persistence. The more you act persistently the more it will be difficult for others to use you.

]]>http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/six-life-hacks-nice-people/feed/0Six Distinct Reasons “Why Solo Trip is Fun”http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/six-distinct-reasons-why-solo-trip-is-fun/
http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/six-distinct-reasons-why-solo-trip-is-fun/#respondThu, 20 Dec 2018 17:25:26 +0000http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/?p=341Epic shit happens when you travel alone without the support and co-operation of your friends & family. You get to discover the world with you being in the driver’s seat. I favor you must at least once go on a trip on your own. There are two kinds of enjoyment, one that you get being… Read more

]]>Epic shit happens when you travel alone without the support and co-operation of your friends & family. You get to discover the world with you being in the driver’s seat. I favor you must at least once go on a trip on your own. There are two kinds of enjoyment, one that you get being in a group & other you get when you are drifting alone.

There’s no denial to the fact that the level of fun & thrill varies in both situations, but the latter will give you a real-life perspective of what its like to wander the world with only you and no one else.

The sense of excitement & temporary struggle you will face during this endeavor will transform you into a self-person. After this trip you no longer need a group or crowd to fulfill your wishes. Here are Six distinct reasons why you should travel solo for once in your life!

Break the barrier

Ah, this one is obviously first on the list. Embarking on a trip alone helps you break the traditional barrier of traveling in a group. Why do we need people with us? Oh yes to spend time during the course of travel. Why not substitute this requiem for help with the company of you? What’s the fun in venturing with a group when you can’t just be yourself and take a moment to cherish the journey? This leads me to the next point.

Discover Your-Self

Heard of self-realization? If not then that’s fine cause I am not going into any philosophy stuff at present. Self-realization in a layman’s term means “knowing yourself”. Unleashing your true-self (Understanding who you are and what you are). Solo tour devices to be a big factor in triggering the self-realization capabilities within you.

From my personal experience, I know this Shit works very well. If you want a better view of this concept watch this movie “Into the wild”. Watch it for entertainment but dare not follow the methods carried out by that guy (Humble request). Break the privacy barrier & show the world “you are a self-person.”Again this leads me to reason no. three

“Give this world a chance”

Trust me the world is not the way we perceive it to be. It is a mix of complexity, gentleness, and ruthlessness. I’ll say Life would be incomplete without experiencing this reality of sorts. Fear not we live in a time where the traveling solo isn’t a big deal.

The world is well connected with the development of language and digital media. Communication is made easy for us. So, I request everyone “Give this world a chance” & take-up a journey to the mountains or maybe to the beach of any country or any place you want to go. Trigger your beast now!

Enjoy your own company

I am gonna write this “you will enjoy your company more than anything else”. Mark my words, at the start you will feel like hell & to an extent you’ll also feel bored. You might as well regret your decision of going alone. But that’s natural as we all are social animals (it’s not our fault we feel empty without a company).

Once you get the knack of living without the shadow of others, I bet you will be grateful for the life God gave you. Heck even talking to yourself will seem fun. You will pass the time without knowing “how did it all end so fast”.

Little things matter

Even the smallest of small thing matters when it comes to cherishing a trip. From the first ticket of your journey to the last checkout time of your return matters in the case, you plan to go alone. We have always been helped by either some friend or relative for covering ticket & trip expenses, other requirements.

We always had someone to guide us. In this situation, it completely changes as you have to figure out & plan everything from the start to the end of the trip. Lessons experienced are lessons learned. This applies here. The solo tour will be a totally new theme for you. Finally, this leads to the sixth reason.

No limits on learning

You get to learn a lot of things that you wouldn’t with friends. How the locals of a place react to you being alone is one such reason. There are a lot of takeaways like you get the knowledge about planning, executing, saving and chilling. You become your own “Travel-Guide”. Risky Adventures will always excite you then onwards.

]]>http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/six-distinct-reasons-why-solo-trip-is-fun/feed/0A Perfect Lifehttp://www.fortunatevoyage.com/a-perfect-life/
http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/a-perfect-life/#respondFri, 30 Nov 2018 15:41:09 +0000http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/?p=1150Just imagine you’re living a life which is completely perfect in all its aspects. A Perfect Life: You are having a lavish life with all sorts of comforts and luxuries, you have a beautiful/handsome spouse, You yourself look charming for which you are proud and in the end you have no worries left. Prosperity Everything you have right now is sufficient to live a… Read more

]]>http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/a-perfect-life/feed/0Simplicity is the ethos of lifehttp://www.fortunatevoyage.com/simplicity-is-the-ethos-of-life/
http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/simplicity-is-the-ethos-of-life/#respondFri, 09 Nov 2018 16:03:57 +0000http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/?p=1135“We are all the victims of something that we never created, although we all are to take blame for its emergence”. Simplicity Can be introduced as a trait which has the capacity to bring peace to ones way of living. By the term Peace I mean to say “Simplicity of Living”. We have already complicated our… Read more

These habits have complexed our way of perception towards situations affecting us.

Our Past

Centuries ago people used to live in Caves, Hunt together with their pack, Cook their food, Had open sex (There was no social class or gender sensibility).

Such was their simplicity, no hard and fast rules.

Gradually they learnt about the usefulness of nature (trees & crops), started harvesting land & came to be known as early workmen or farmers.

Over the layers of years and with passage of time “Social Norms” developed by Man, Kings & Queens transpired, Code of living arose which finally paved the way for present complex living.

A Simple Life :

Life was so simple without us knowing a lot of stuff. Why is it no so the same today?.

I feel Present times are even worse than past, as we have cover ourselves with tech all the time.

We might realise or not but this same tech is affecting not just our mental life but also our relationships in a severe way.

Simplicity is very important for us in ways we can never imagine.

First of all we clear ourselves of bad decision making.

Secondly we know what our Shit is.

Lastly we can make peace with our present situation & be satisfied with what we have.

Complex Present

Today when we want to make a choice for something, for instance I want to buy clothes for an occasion or just casually I go to a nearby shop.

What do I see?

I see a lavishing yet simple color which appeals my eyes making me bound to wear it.

Was it that quick and simple to buy clothes these days, not just clothes it could be anything.

The answer is No, as in a matter of seconds the shopkeeper will show you a bunch of other clothes and puts your choice in total confusion (Unless you’re hundred percent sure about which kind of it you want while you dont give a damn about other varieties).

Life was so simple when there was no Patronising Tech.

All we did was wake up early morning, go on a walk or gym, return home have breakfast, get ready for our job, on the way we would listen songs on our very own Nokia handset (with buttons on it).

Hell we even had to memories phone numbers of friends & colleagues.

Now a days its exactly the opposite we wake up early, and the first thing most of us do is

“Take the cell phone in hand and see whats the recent developement on Facebook”.

Remembering

No doubt Technological improvement have brought reliance to upliftment, but what Old tech helped us to do in the past new tech can and will never.

Crazy it may sound, Nokia Handset also enhanced our fingers (By continuously pressing the hard keys on the cell we regularly did sort of a hand massage).

I am not against new technology or present world order in any manner.

My view on Simplicity is simple, why don’t we get back to the roots from where we came?

Its hard to implement but it isn’t impossible !!

The Solution

We can manage to reduce complexities in our life to some limit.

Probably we can streamline our choices, instead of buying costly products we could buy cheap & reusable products (In that way we not just reduce costs but also streamline oir choices)

I am not saying we should go against using tech, all I mean is at least we can adopt small changes.

Being a millennial I’m myself a target of the present world order. I do the same mistakes what many of us do today when it comes to making life more & more complex & intertwined.

By writing I try to cause a little distress in my present complex taste of things (to make myself clear that this is not the right way of living)

Chief Executive Officers

Why do CEO’s of bigger enterprises wear simple as fuck attire? There’s again a very SIMPLE reason for this.

They know, they have to use their monies on productive goods which will get them something in return (ROI).

Conclusion

We have to set things right by embracing out roots of simplicity. Now is the time we adopt change or else It won’t be late when Technology starts ruling us

(It has already started).

]]>http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/simplicity-is-the-ethos-of-life/feed/0Dilwalon Ki Delhi : City of Heartshttp://www.fortunatevoyage.com/dilwalon-ki-delhi-city-of-hearts/
http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/dilwalon-ki-delhi-city-of-hearts/#respondWed, 07 Nov 2018 07:14:14 +0000http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/?p=1096Our Delhi visit was rather an unplanned one. We had a staunch intention in mind to visit places like Dharamsala and Amritsar in Punjab, besides it was least of our plans to explore Delhi that day. Supposedly I found out how wrong I was about missing an opportunity to explore the city of hearts, A… Read more

]]>Our Delhi visit was rather an unplanned one. We had a staunch intention in mind to visit places like Dharamsala and Amritsar in Punjab, besides it was least of our plans to explore Delhi that day. Supposedly I found out how wrong I was about missing an opportunity to explore the city of hearts, A sense of intense self-realisation made me corrected myself & hence I ended up doing the unplanned.

Red Fort Arch

Delhi as we all know is a city full of emotions, It has a rich tradition & a history with a cult of desi ‘traditional’ tadka ‘seasoning’ to it. Delhi visit was like the next chapter in my ‘Book of North Indian Trips’ which not just added Tadka but also garnished historic/cultural element (A taste of Indianised thoughts). Being living in a ‘City like Mumbai’ for 21 years, I always wished to see the ‘Capital of India’ which will eventually fill my quench for Indian cities.

“I asked my soul: What is Delhi? She replied: The world is the body and Delhi its life. Mirza Asadullah Khan Ghalib” ― Khushwant Singh, Delhi: A Novel

My wish came true in May of 2017

Summer’s were waiting for us.

It weather drastically changed when I landed on Delhi Airport.

“YOU MAY FEEL LIKE EMERGING OUT OF A SEA OF HELLISH HEAT”

My parents had accompanied me this time. We had booked a motel nearby the port. It was originally intended to be a one day trip, just to chill our body from the painful summer. We originally planned to board a flight for Dharamsala the next day.

Did we go?…

No we didn’t because I convinced my parents not to. Being a travel blogger doesn’t mean I just paste a few pictures or write a few lines about any random place, It has much more to its meaning. It is an art of ‘dedication’, when you go to a place you look-feel-express it in a threefold way. This was the reason for our two days extension.

Khana :

We began with the obvious and that’s the Cuisine part. Delhi railway station is a place where you can find really jaw dropping delicious snack among the well known ones are Dahi-Kachodi & Dahi-Bhalla. Although we get it everyplace nowadays, the Dahi-Kachodis here is way too delicious in taste to not to forget.

Dahi-Kachori (Google Baba)

Advancing our food quota to a section called ‘Early Breakfast’ we find here Delhi’s Flagship dish “Chhole-Bhatura’’. You can get it at any restaurant in the NCR. Chhole is basically a dry-gravy made of ‘chana’ mixed in Garam-Masala seasoning. Bhatura is the counterpart of chapati when you eat Chhole.

Dilli Ki Khasiyat :

Delhi is a cultural hub if you see it through the eyes of its rich tradition. It has respectable monuments like Gandhi-smarak (Raj Ghat) , which is the samadhi of Gandhiji.

Gandhi-Smarak has “Hey Ram” tagline on it.

India Gate

Next on the list we have is India Gate. A magnificent arch standing tall in Delhi city which does the work of respecting our martyrs along with welcoming its citizens with an open hand.

Our travel guide then took us to Red Fort (lal Killa) a place where India PM hoist flag during the Independence day. Believed to be built by Akbar, Red fort houses a few exquisite artefacts in it. Mughal Throne,

After lunch break we drove towards Qutub Complex. There were moments when I felt something is not right with this place, Hindu temples destroyed & fabricated to make it feel more Islamic. No Bias or Offence towards any community (Its a only matter of fact).

Runes of Qutub Complex

Qutub complex is a UNESCO world heritage site which hides into mist the real history of India. Talking about Qutub complex what good it would do if I forgot to mention Qutub Minaret Complex itself.

Qutub Pillar

Qutub Minar is a huge Islamic structure build to celebrate the victory of Islamic Conquest of India.

Mehrauli

Qutub complex is the dwelling place of one of the most unusual & mysterious pillar known as “Mehrauli Pillar”. It’s a metallic structure said to be built by Gupta Dynasty between 5th – 6th Century. The pillar although centuries old, mysteriously it may sound has not rusted a bit and looks fresh even today. Really these monuments make me believe that myths were reality at some point in India.

“India is Incredible”

Lotus Temple

We didn’t get to see many places because of time restraint. Those that we missed were Humayun’s tomb, Hauz Khas, Jamia Masjid & Lotus Temple(sadly). Do check these spots as they will keep you captivated to love Delhi.

Mandir :

I always make sure to write about temples in a separate section as they are not the same as monument. By the end of the first day we visited Laxminarayan Temple situated near the capital buildings of Delhi. Laxminarayan temple also known as Birla Mandir was built for Vishnu’s Devotees. The temple pays tribute to our priceless historic leaders by placing their statue outside its premise.

Laxminarayan Temple (Google Baba)

On the heat of day two, we took metro for Akahardham temple situated in Noida (In UP). Also known as Swaminarayan temple, basically a temple built based on Vaishnav Style of Architecture. A must watch spectacle if you are a hardcore lover of Hindu architecture. Akshardham is built-in a geographically accurate & planned manner which makes it out of this world.

Swaminarayan Akshardham, New Delhi (Google baba)

Dilli Ki Market (Chandni Chowk) :

I conclude my short review of this wanderlust city with my view on Chandni Chowk. “A city is incomplete without a market” true to this quote Delhi is incomplete without visiting Chandni Chow.

Dilli Darwaza (Market Place) (Google)

In the heart of Old Delhi, Chandni Chowk is a busy shopping area with markets full of spices, dried fruit, silver jewelry and vivid saris, while the narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery and traditional Indian sweets. “Do check it out before you leave’’

Mughal architecture and cuisine plays a very important role in the formation of modern-day Delhi. MUGHLAI CUISINE was founded in Delhi. Even though we missed a few spots, cuisines whatever I got would suffice my thirst for this place at the present. There is no greater happiness then visiting the unexplored spots for a second trip.

]]>http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/dilwalon-ki-delhi-city-of-hearts/feed/0Smile coz it brings out your better versionhttp://www.fortunatevoyage.com/smile-coz-it-brings-out-your-better-version/
http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/smile-coz-it-brings-out-your-better-version/#respondTue, 30 Oct 2018 06:48:31 +0000http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/?p=1017Smile coz it brings out your better version. “You know Rishi, how much ever angry I get at you during lectures the minute I see you smile I give up my anger cause It brings out your better version” -Mukund Matta The opening statement or quote as stated by my tutor Mukund Matta explains why we must… Read more

Although not a confirmed statistic, who gives a shit JUST LAUGH your ass off (I am serious).

21st Century is all about tech and Relationships & BREAKUPS (for some), I don’t think I need to express more urge for smiling now?

Lets take an example:

I’m an executive in a Multinational Company which is into FMCG. I have been assigned with a task to present a marketing strategy to the board of directors and convince them that It can be implemented without any hassle.

Situation one :- I show the presentation to the directors with stressed & clumsy expression (Although I’m gut sure I will convince them).

Situation two :- I show them the presentation and throughout I maintain a slight smile (Doesnt matter whats running in my mind).

Which situation do you think will convince them to gulp the strategy for exceution?

I’m gut sure they will go with the second situation. Through my smile I channel a sense of confirmation towards them.

As sweet as it could be, even a muffled smile from you will make the directors hooked in your presentation.

They know I am maintaining a positive essence (they believe my plan will succeed). They will take it.

Smiling is a therapy…a freaking simple one. Do it Do it.

“I made my point”

last but not the least…

“Smile – it will make people love you”

“Smile coz it brings out your better version”

Note :- Ladies your smile can adore anyone. You need to smile a lot then men : )

]]>http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/smile-coz-it-brings-out-your-better-version/feed/0Elishke : The Czech Girlhttp://www.fortunatevoyage.com/the-czech-girl/
http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/the-czech-girl/#respondSun, 16 Sep 2018 17:34:12 +0000http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/?p=955{The Czech Girl is the story of a lone lady travelling all the way from Europe to various states of India untill she met the blogger…} Blistering wind, Smoldering music and a pleasant night made everything feel connected. With my headsets on, listening to the song that brought out the fruitful expression of thought in… Read more

{The Czech Girl is the story of a lone lady travelling all the way from Europe to various states of India untill she met the blogger…}

Blistering wind, Smoldering music and a pleasant night made everything feel connected. With my headsets on, listening to the song that brought out the fruitful expression of thought in me I gazed the peaceful village while travelling. The anesthesia of a music can be so soothing, reality seemed to blur and travel seemed as a dream. The bus was heading towards Gangavalli, a countryside near to Gokarna.

Its 3:00 am mid night, I have now reached my destination. A few seconds after I dropped down the bus, a lady came down along. Foreign to the land she knew only mere glimpses of the place. She appeared to be in question.

As we were making it to my relatives place for stay, i felt a need to ask the lady what she was looking for.

She asked, “Why is the road so bumpy?’’

I replied, “Probably because they are the new ones under construction”.

“We will reach soon”

Elishke responded, “I hope so it will be a wonderful day’’

I said, “yes it will be”.

Our thrilling road trip was full of bumps and high ups, as the road from Gangavalli towards Kumta were under construction.

We reached the marriage hall at 10:00 am, as we arrived we got accompanied by some relatives towards the hall.

Elishke brought along with her a colossal camping bag. Ironically the bag had a year-full of provisions in it. Her bag was not a piece of a cake for an average Indian to carry in the summers of Karnataka, as its weight itself would exhaust the carrier.

A house keeping boy tried lifting the bag, to less fruition he landed it in the ladies changing room in the marriage hall.

As we entered the marriage all kids starting running around and surrounded Elishke, all the guests were staring here with surprise and excitement. Their attention totally shifted from the bride and groom towards Elishke.

She blushed with comfort, and took a seat at the hall with me sitting besides her. Still she liked the welcoming gesture of the guests.

I exclaimed, “Miss may I know whats your need?, By the way I’m Rishikesh. I too travelled in the same bus as you.’’

The lady hazily responds, “Hey I want to know is there any transport for Gokarna.’’

I replied, “Yes there is a fuel station near, they have many rickshaws waiting for passengers going towards Gokarna. They might help you.”

The lady bid goodbye and took her route towards the fuel station. Only if everything went right she wouldn’t have spent a day with me. But they destiny wanted something else. It has its own twist and play.

She came back to Gangavalli bus station again, while I was still waiting there for my relatives ride to arrive. I saw here with surprise, I appealed her

“Hey miss, didn’t you get your ride?”

She, “Actually they are charging me exorbitant fares, so i came back to check on if any bus is coming. I need to reach Gokarna by 6 anyhow”.

Me, “Only if there were busses available at this time. All the busses resume after 6. If that’s the case why don’t you rest at our relatives place till six and then head on?”

After some hesitation she agreed and came with us. Even my mom got her convinced to stay.

untill till this moment we didn’t knew her name. 😛

As the marriage commenced, Elishke had got many questions in her mind regarding Hindu Wedding. She had only been to a Muslim wedding before in Kashmir, a hindu styled wedding was new to her.

She started spelling out one by one.

“Why do they have a girl and a boy tie the ribbon of the bride and groom?. This is something different as to what I have seen before’’

Not much did I knew about Hindu marriage rituals, though I replied her question with in a brief manner.

I, “Just like the way, in a christian wedding people give toast to the couple as a proof of their presence in the wedding, this one similar to that.”

“Only thing different is kids are placed as witness to the marriage’’

Elishke satisfied “well thats great, next question why do we have to throw rice grain on the couple?”

I, “Simply because rice is considered as pure and sacred in our culture”

The question-answer session lasted for two hours. The exchange was not one side. Elishke shared about Czech culture, and how Indians are so drastically different from Europeans.

According to her we Indians are diverse but still unified by the way of our lifestyle. The fact that captivated her about us was not our diversity, instead its our devotional culture, our cuisine, spices and our spots. Most of all our kind and welcoming gesture.

However the only issue that made her rank us in a negative zone was our fake adoption of western culture. Her views on “We drink alcohol not to get dizzy or drunk, we drink to celebrate”

“I have seen, Women are still controlled here. This isn’t really something I would want to admire about India”

“In europe there is no shame about sex, we aren’t a closed society. Freedom makes us European’’.

Seesh That was a load of harsh reality?.

Our chit-chat ended so did the marriage procession. On a good note, we left the hall for lunch, which was held on the ground floor.

Mom, Elishke, I finally reached our relatives place. Tired & Fatigued, we had a sleep which lasted more than 4 hours. Time passed so quick, Elishke didn’t realise it was past 7 am. She had initially planned to leave for Gokarna at 6 though.

As we got up, one of our relatives asked us to get fresh and to have the morning brunch. Spellbinding Idli and Sambar sufficed our quench.

She hasted to leave the place, this is when I interrupted

“Miss, i think it would be convenient for you to attend the marriage with us and then leave for Gokarna. Kumta is close to Gokarna. So once the marriage concludes you can directly pick from there. Whats your say?”

The lady again hesitated, this time it was different because she had to change her plan completely. She agreed with what i said.

Skipping to post lunch and bath, I had a short chit-chat with Elishke. I was excited and curious to know more about her.

I started, “Miss I thinks its been long you didn’t introduce yourself. Would you mind telling me something about you and your travels.”

Lady replied, “Well I don’t mind sharing. My name is Elishke, I am a Czech national. This is my first time to India.”

“I have been roving many places in India since past six months. Last place I been was Kashmir, then i came down to Pune and now with you all.”

“India is truly unique and mysterious in all ways. I want to know it more”

I answered, “I admire your liking for our country. Yes it is incredible”.

Elishke, “Through out my travels, I saw how wonderful every place in India is.”

“I am fortunate to come here. India is largely in contrast with Europe”.

This made my genuinely happy!!

At, 8 we commenced our road trip to Kumta.

After the lunch, Elishke smiled and thanked us all for letting her in and bringing her to the wedding. She said she was blessed to meet us and more than that spending seven hours with me.

If not for us, she would have unknowingly lost chunks of money and some valuable friends.

We were strangers to her, that didn’t change her trusting us was when everything seemed connected. Everything felt related, destined to happen. The aim of this true story is to take in the essence of trust.

Always welcome the ones who need our help, although they don’t convey it. I had to write each and everything that happened through the course of those seven hours as it would let us know what foreigners feel about Indians and to realise our duty towards our country and the once who visit us.

]]>http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/the-czech-girl/feed/0A Short Guide To Self-Healinghttp://www.fortunatevoyage.com/guide-to-self-healing/
http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/guide-to-self-healing/#respondTue, 11 Sep 2018 15:43:02 +0000http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/?p=944We all go through cumbersome load of painful and trouble-some things throughout our life, which we can face to some extent. But then comes those troubles and pains which we couldn’t bear at all. Everyone is so busy in their life that they don’t even think about sharing those matters even to their blood relatives or friends.Because they believe why to… Read more

]]>We all go through cumbersome load of painful and trouble-some things throughout our life, which we can face to some extent. But then comes those troubles and pains which we couldn’t bear at all.

Everyone is so busy in their life that they don’t even think about sharing those matters even to their blood relatives or friends.Because they believe why to bother other with their issues, and this eventually leads to self-struggle.

Being a victim of depression and self-struggle I know how it feels when you dreaded want to share your feelings but can’t as your will doesn’t let you do that. The one’s who are facing depression seem absolutely perfect from outside, but deep within only they know the agony they are going through.

Signs such as depressed, these include procrastination, fatigue, lack of sleep, weight-loss, mood swing are seen, If you experience even two or three of these then its a fact to be noted and need to be taken seriously.

You know what its like to be in depression. Now comes the simple remedy to overcoming self-struggle.

There are basically two ways to that the first one is Self-Healing and the second one is Meditation which I have explained completely in my previous blog.

No hard and fast rules. Self-healing is simple and fascinating.

”Diverting the mind’’

Coming to Self-Healing, the technique is basically diverting your focus and attention from the trouble/pain itself towards something that makes you “happy and forget the pain”. That“something” could be a topic that interests you the most.

I give you a simple instance of self-healing. A few days back I had a tooth decay which led to the tooth’s nerve touching the surface of the tooth leading to uneasy currents which pains a lot.

Doctor said I need to have a root canal, but then I read this article on Chakra Healing which stated ‘any internal body pain can be cured to some extent by diverting the ‘mind’ from the area of the pain to something else.

We are what our conscious tells us to do and diverting your mind to something else is a bit challenging if you aren’t self-disciplined (meditation follower). So I tried doing the obvious thing, whenever I chewed the food on that teeth I did not remind me of the pain. The pain is still on, but I am guiding my mind to not to focus on it.

At first, it perceived it as a hard nut job (Initially I felt its useless to do something imaginary like self-healing but as time passed the mind trick worked and the pain reduced relatively)

Note : The pain is still there but not to a very higher extent.

I felt like I am reliving the moment which I otherwise would have spent in pain. This tooth pain is nothing like depression. It’s just a mere pain. Talking about Depression, continuous practise of ‘diverting your mind’ thing will guarantee you not just mental peace but also bodily relief.

‘Diverting your mind’ towards a hobby, the person you love/care about, the work you enjoy doing is the key to a stable-self.

“Self-Conversation”

Self-Healing also includes talking to oneself. Its like sitting in a shady place for five minutes and asking yourself the same questions that you would ask to your friends or colleges.

Initially it will seem uncanny, in due course you will find it soothing and the questions will turn from simple to complex.

Self conversation is not a sign of low self-esteem, in lieu it is a form of problem solving. Ask questions which concern you, and your consciousness will give you through the right choice.

Doctor strange although a fictional movie, had a simple premise wherein a surgeon looses his hands in an accident, who then relied on faith (which they call magic) to cure his hands.

Chakra Healing

Buddhism & Hinduism have the concept of Chakra-Healing which isn’t shown in Doctor Strange. Chakra Healing is a true phenomenon, it uses the seven chakra energies to heal internal ailments, not just of your self but of others also.

It’s similar to how Yin-Yang works. Using your positive and negative energies to heal your soul and body. Fascinating isn’t it?

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http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/the-granite-capital-of-tulu-nadu/#respondThu, 09 Aug 2018 17:23:58 +0000http://www.fortunatevoyage.com/?p=884Tulu Nadu – a place renowned for its DIVINITY, for its Authentic Stone Structures AND most of all a MIND BOGGLING “Spirit dance” Want to know what a place with an abundance of granite holds for you? Lets read!! A brief intro about Tulu Nadu: Tulu Culture is one of the oldest Dravidian Cultures in… Read more

]]>Tulu Nadu – a place renowned for its DIVINITY, for its Authentic Stone Structures AND most of all a MIND BOGGLING “Spirit dance”

Want to know what a place with an abundance of granite holds for you?
Lets read!!

A brief intro about Tulu Nadu:
Tulu Culture is one of the oldest Dravidian Cultures in Southern India. Ethnic Tulus reside within two southern states. Manglore, Udupi & Kasargod in Kerala form the ethnic Tulu Nadu, where the major language spoken is Tulu.

My fascination & Cultural roots led me here. And so It Begins…

Only two things matter the most when you are in Tulu Nadu – First their yearly festivities and second the Bhoot kola. With my family I visit karkala once a year, we stay for not more than three days. Karkala is a district within Udupi. Being a tourist hub, it has a mystical and religious significance. Karkala is two hours away from Udupi station. If you’re someone who has never seen Udupi and wants to stay there, I suggest you visit the Udupi Math.

Udipi Math (Google Images)

Udupi Math (Google Images)

Massive crowd of Krishna devotees emerge here every year. If you’re fond of southern food this is for you!!. Cuisine here include Benne dosa, Masala dosa, Goli Baji, Paisam, Rasam known throughout Udupi city. Covered with butter, Benne dosa would be a perfect forte for your meal!

Benne Dosa (Google Images)

Goli Baji (Google Images)

Local busses charge minimal, and conveniently help you reach any place. Every 10 minutes a bus arrives. Between Udupi and Karkala lies a small Smart city “Manipal”. Famous for its Engineering College. Don’t forget to backpack the quirky Hills of Manipal.

Karkala has a fascinating history and a mysterious geography that makes it a gem and an attractive place to go once in lifetime. I haven’t yet come to the most unique part of this place. First, I will spread some light on the spots you definitely need to check out, lastly my unique place.

If you’re a casual sightseer who has a craving for local artwork and veggies you should see the the market road (pen).

Within the historic town lies the monolithic single rock-cut 20 feet high statue of Gomteshwara, or Bahubali as known in the Jain Tradition. It is a spectacle in itself. This one stands second to the Statue at Sharavanbelgola in Hassan District. A maha-abhishek is offered to the statue once a year. This ancient piece of structure won’t let you leave karkala, such is its charm.

Gomteshwar

Various Jain Basadis (temples) are situated here, one of them is very sought for, the Chaturmukha Basadi which stems all thirteen tirtankars of Jina.

Jain Basadi

Chaturmukha Basadi

And a place such metallic isn’t going to be a cool one. The crazy part about Karkala is whatever you eat here gets digested pretty quick. Village side, people wakeup early 6 have their breakfast then go to work, guess what they need to have food again at 11 because of the hot temperature surrounding the area.

Moments away from the main market,

We find two temples facing each other, a hanuman temple and a ram temple. Here comes the mystical part which I am excited to share since the inception. The Hanuman idol is believed to be growing inch by inch every year causing the temple to burst open, it is something even scientists can’t explain.

“The Statue that Grows”

The idol is believed to be self-created. A crown is placed on its head, since then its growth has stopped and a new cenotaph is build there. Both shrines are visited every year by hundreds of devotees!. Known as ‘The statute that grows’, in a literal sense it makes you believe that some mysteries are okay to live with if they aren’t decoded !

Attur Church (Google Images)

Dwelling deep into the Interiors, lies Attur Church. Annual fests are held here glooming the entire area with bright ceremonial pomp. Attur church is believed to contain a mysterious stone which can be lifted only with true faith. Sounds like King Arthur’s magical sword?. Not even ten people could lift the stone if their faith isn’t firm. At times, few people have managed to hold it with no help! Marvelous isn’t it?

Gomteshwara Mountain

There is more to rapture your thoughts, this isn’t the end!

Kola Dancer (Dharmachavadi)

Kola Dancer (Dharmachavadi)

Few miles ahead of Attur Church lies a very ancient temple “Sri Umamaheshwar” presumed to be a thousand years old. On the month of January every year natives celebrate a local folkdance known as “Kola”. In Kannadiga they call it “Yakshagana” which is similar to “Kola”. In a layman’s term kola is basically spirit dance. Recent years saw a rise in traction for this event.

Fierce Kola Dancer (Dharmachavadi)

Makeup before the Dance

Bhoot Kola is commemorated by a group who makeup themselves to look like honorofic-ferocious spirits who dance upon local folk theme. Their appearance could make any regular traveller shit scared. “Dharmadaiva” is a tulu term for a kola spirit. Legends say these spirits awaken only on days when the “Kola” takes place.

Ferocious Kola Spirit Dancer

Kola is a spiritual gathering which takes places throughout Tulu Nadu.

Daiva mystically possesses the hosts body who then after dance for a specific set of time. They foresee the future happenings and spill their visions to the locals. Daiva’s part in severe conditions, they do stunts that common people cannot, as they are adaptable and hardened men.

In a Nutshell Karkala is a hub for voyagers who wander for the quest of discreet locations.